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FV05 ESU

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

29,616 mi
Last recorded29,616 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 ESU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 29,616 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 25,807 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 13 Mar 2024 25,807 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 23,474 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 23,474 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 21,309 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 19,531 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 19,531 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 18,071 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 16,495 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 14,631 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 14,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 12,585 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 12,585 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2011 9,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,861 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2009 7,193 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV1000?

Based on 38,128 MOT tests across 2,866 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 481
reflector on motorcycle missing 334
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 271
Horn not working 262
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
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FV05 ESU is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,073 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 481 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV05 ESU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV05 ESU registered?

FV05 ESU is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is FV05 ESU safe to buy?

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